2004 GMC Safari vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |
